Ways to Take Back Your Commute
April 27, 2022
Last week, we asked you to think about a 45-day Spring into Fitness Challenge. And listed a few exercises you can do on a bus or train!
And even though we swear nobody will even know you are exercising - we get it that you don't want the entire bus or train wondering why you're standing like a flamingo!
So for those of you looking for other productive ways to pass the time on your commute - here are a few tips:
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Get a jump-start on your work projects, spend time with your emails, or maybe flip through your various social media feeds (we've got a few that we recommend, here, here, and here!). The beauty of having your time to yourself is that you can use it to do as much, or as little, as you'd like.
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The great thing about riding SEPTA to work is that your time is your time - and not traffic's time. Daydream out the window. Knock out a few chapters in that book you've been meaning to finish. Or do both.
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We can't stress enough how important it is to never text and drive, but that doesn't even have to be an option for you. Those little red notifications nagging to be read? Go for it. Your hands and eyes are free to be on your phone. Make those dinner reservations. Confirm you're going to the baby shower. Talk smack about your upcoming kickball game. Figure out your weekend plans. Those texts that you'd like to send back? That email to an old friend you keep meaning to put together? Go ahead. Send them all.
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What's a five-letter word for a better commute? S-E-P-T-A. Your daily challenge no longer has to revolve around trying not to lose your cool in traffic. You can actually play a game. Wake your brain up with the daily crossword instead of the crushing defeat of gridlock. Or get yourself a book of Sudoku. Reclaim the gamer in you.
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Work hard, nap hard. Isn't that how the saying goes? Well it can for you. In March, we talked about the importance of sleep and ways to safely catch-up on your commute. No need to keep your eyes on the road when you leave the driving to SEPTA!
Keep it here for more helpful tips from SEPTA Medical Director Dr. E [aka Dr. Jeffrey Erinoff]!!
